In the Media
NBC Connecticut: Secret Service recruiting students from the University of New Haven
The United States Secret Service hosted a recruiting event on campus for University of New Haven students.
Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences News
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Recognizing a Commitment to Youth Justice Reform
Samantha Villa ’25 was recognized by the University’s Tow Youth Justice Institute with the Diane Sierpina Award. Through advocacy, leadership, and research, she is working to create meaningful change for young people in the justice system.
In the Media
New Haven Register: West Haven, UNH grow partnership with free tuition for first responders, 50% off for local students
Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D., announced a new partnership with the City of West Haven to allow first responders and local high school graduates to further their education.
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Honoring the Legacy of Vietnam Veterans at the University of New Haven
The University of New Haven is recognizing the service and sacrifices of Vietnam Veterans through a series of events and initiatives leading up to the 50th anniversary of the war’s end. Faculty, students, and veterans reflect on the importance of this commemoration and the lessons it offers to future generations.
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Model United Nation Team Reflects on Transformative Trip to the Galápagos
University of New Haven Model UN students traveled to Ecuador for an international conference. They honed their diplomatic skills, formed lasting friendships, and explored one of the world’s most breathtaking environments.
University News
Advancing Violence Prevention: University of New Haven Faculty Secure Prestigious Grant
A team of three faculty members from the University of New Haven has been awarded a highly competitive National Institute of Justice (NIJ) grant to conduct a five-year evaluation of Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiatives (CVIPI) in New Haven.
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Visit Builds Foundation for Collaboration Opportunities with University in Albania
University and Lee College leaders coordinated a visit to Connecticut for a contingent from the University of Tirana, Albania, further strengthening the University of New Haven’s role as a leader in fostering global academic partnerships.
In the Media
New Haven Register: These Connecticut universities have best online programs, U.S. News and World Report rankings show
According to U.S. News & World Report, 'The University of New Haven's Criminal Justice program is among the most respected in the nation and has been for more than 50 years.'
In the Media
PR Newswire: U.S. News & World Report Publishes 2025 Best Online Programs
U.S. News & World Report has ranked the University of New Haven’s online criminal justice program the best in the country.
The Charger Blog
Visiting Scholar Bridges Borders in Healthcare
The University of New Haven welcomed Dr. Kateryna Lokes, a Ukrainian oral surgeon and visiting scholar, for a six-week fellowship through the BridgeUSA program. Her visit brought new perspectives on healthcare, resilience, and academic collaboration to the University community.
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University Hosts Faculty from Across the Northeast at a Conference Examining the Importance of a Workforce Proficient in World Languages
The University of New Haven co-hosted the Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies Northeast Network (REEESNe) Faculty and Administrator Workshop during which faculty and staff shared ways to meet the demand for employees proficient in Russian and other Eurasian languages.
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National Security Professor Serves as Observer for ‘Historic’ Election in Eastern Europe
Olena Lennon, Ph.D., an adjunct professor of national security, reflects on her experiences being one of only a handful of Americans to participate in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe’s election observation mission in Moldova.
University News
Longtime Professor, Advocate Receives Prestigious Award for Work on Behalf of LGBTQ+ Community
Michael Lawlor, J.D., associate professor of criminal justice and acting associate dean of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, was honored by Lambda Legal, a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, for his work as an attorney, a legislator, a policy maker, and an educator.
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University of New Haven Elevates Criminal Justice Ph.D. with Innovative Instructional Program
Prof. Cassandra Sedelmaier and Dr. Chris Sedelmaier have developed a Teaching Practicum to equip doctoral candidates in criminal justice with the tools they need to be effective educators, while also enhancing the undergraduate learning experience.
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Uncovering the Past: A Professor's Quest to Identify Risk Factors for Looting Activity in Egypt
Dr. Michelle Fabiani leads an interdisciplinary team to study looting activity at archaeological sites in Lower Egypt, using satellite imagery and advanced algorithms to understand historical trends.
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Creating Opportunities to Find a Career that Fits
Hundreds of Chargers took part in the University’s two-day Career Fair, talking with recruiters and employees from more than 100 companies, organizations, and agencies in the engineering, arts, business, healthcare, criminal justice, and nonprofit fields.
University News
University of New Haven Again Featured in Princeton Review's Go-To College Guidebook
As part of the University's profile, students described the Charger community as "caring and considerate" and said among its signature majors are many "amazing programs you cannot get anywhere else."
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Student Journalists Interview Major Players in High-Profile Murder Case
Communication majors in a newswriting and reporting class had the chance to talk with the state's attorney who led the investigation into the disappearance and death of Jennifer Farber Dulos, and they also spoke with the defense attorney representing one of the alleged suspects.
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Immersive Summer Experience Enables High Schoolers to Gather Evidence and Collaborate to Piece Together the Scene of a Crime
At the University’s Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Academy, high school students from across the state and the country learned what it takes to be a crime scene investigator, analyzing a crime scene and presenting their findings to CSIs who work in the field.
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University of New Haven Co-Hosts International Conference with Yale to Examine Complex Geopolitical Past and Present of the Baltic Region
Associate Professor of History Dr. Bradley Woodworth helped showcase the University’s expertise and global reach as he organized a major conference that brought together 325 participants from 21 countries.